Sony Alpha 9 III, ILCE-9M3 - Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera Startup Manual

Preparations

Checking the supplied items

The number in parentheses indicates the number of pieces.

• Camera (1)
• Battery charger (1)
• Power cord (mains lead) (1)* (supplied in some countries/ regions)
  • Multiple power cords may be supplied with this equipment. Use the appropriate one that matches your country/region.
    See "Notes on use."
• Rechargeable battery pack NP-FZ100 (1)
• Shoulder strap (1)
• Body cap (1) (attached to the camera)
• Cable Protector (1)
• Shoe cap (1) (attached to the camera)
• Eyepiece cup (1) (attached to the camera)
• Startup Guide (this manual) (1)
• Reference Guide (1)

Preparing the battery pack

1. Insert the battery pack into the battery charger, and connect it to a wall outlet (wall socket) using the power cord (supplied).
   • Place the battery pack on the battery charger in the direction of . Slide the battery pack in the direction of the arrow as far as it will go.
2. Insert the battery pack into the camera.
   • Open the battery cover, and then insert the battery pack while pressing the lock lever.

Inserting a memory card into the camera

Open the memory card cover and insert the memory card into Slot 1, paying attention to the orientation of the memory card. Then, close the cover.
Both Slot 1 and Slot 2 of this camera support CFexpress Type A memory cards and SD memory cards.
The Slot 1 is used in the default settings.
For details on the setting method, refer to the "Help Guide."

When you use a memory card with this camera for the first time, format the card using the camera in order to stabilize the performance of the memory card.

Attaching a lens

Mounting indexes

1. Mount the lens by aligning the two white index marks (mounting indexes) on the lens and camera.
2. While pushing the lens lightly toward the camera, turn the lens slowly in the direction of the arrow until it clicks into the locked position.

Performing initial setup for the camera

By establishing a Bluetooth connection (pairing) between the camera and a smartphone, you can perform initial camera setup such as date and time settings from the smartphone. Install the dedicated application on your smartphone in advance, and then follow steps to under "Procedures for initial camera setup."

Installing the dedicated smartphone application

Install the application from the following website. Also, update to the latest version of the dedicated application. The specifications of the dedicated application may change without notice. https://www.sony.net/ca/

Procedures for initial camera setup

1. Set the ON/OFF (Power) switch to "ON" to turn on the camera.
2. Select the desired language and then press the center of the control wheel.
   • The privacy notice screen will appear. Read the privacy notice regarding biometrics by opening the link using your smartphone, etc.
3. Press the center of the control wheel.
4. Follow the instructions on the camera screen to connect the camera with your smartphone and perform the initial setup.
   • You can also configure or change the initial settings later from the MENU of the camera.

Pairing the camera with your smartphone later

(Smartphone Connection)

For details on the connection method, refer to the following Help Guide URL: https://rd1.sony.net/help/ilc/2380_pairing/h_zz/

Shooting still images

1. Turn and set the Still/Movie/S&Q dial to (Still) while pressing the lock release button on the front of the Still/ Movie/S&Q dial.
2. Turn the mode dial while pressing the mode dial lock release button in the center of the mode dial, and then select the desired shooting mode.
3. Press the shutter button halfway down to focus.
4. Press the shutter button all the way down.

Specifications

Camera

[System]
Camera Type: Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera
Lens: Sony E-mount lens

[Image sensor]
Image format: 35 mm full frame, CMOS image sensor
Effective pixel number of camera: Approx. 24 600 000 pixels
Total pixel number of camera: Approx. 25 200 000 pixels

[General]
Rated input: 7.2 V , 4.8 W
Operating temperature: 0 to 40°C (32 to 104°F)
Storage temperature: –20 to 55°C (–4 to 131°F)
Dimensions (W/H/D) (Approx.):
136.1 × 96.9 × 82.9 mm
136.1 × 96.9 × 72.8 mm (from grip to monitor)
5 3/8 × 3 7/8 × 3 3/8 in. 5 3/8 × 3 7/8 × 2 7/8 in. (from grip to monitor)
Mass (Approx.): 703 g (1 lb 8.8 oz) (including battery pack, SD Card)

[Wireless LAN]
WW459276 (see name plate on the bottom of camera)
Supported format: IEEE 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac
Frequency band: 2.4 GHz/5 GHz
WW682266 (see name plate on the bottom of camera)
Supported format: IEEE 802.11 b/g/n
Frequency band: 2.4 GHz

Battery charger BC-QZ1/BC-QZ1 T

Rated input: 100 - 240 V , 50/60 Hz, 0.38 A
Rated output: 8.4 V , 1.6 A

Rechargeable battery pack NP-FZ100

Rated voltage: 7.2 V

Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.

Notes on use

Refer to "Precautions" in the "Help Guide" as well.

Notes on handling the product

• Do not leave the lens or the viewfinder exposed to a strong light source such as sunlight. Because of the lens's condensing function, doing so may cause smoke, fire, or a malfunction inside the camera body or the lens. If you have to leave the camera exposed to a light source such as sunlight, attach the lens cap to the lens.
• If sunlight or other strong light enters the camera through the lens, it may focus inside the camera and cause smoke or fire. Attach the lens cap when storing the camera. When shooting with backlighting, keep the sun sufficiently far away from the angle of view. Even if it is slightly away from the angle of view, smoke or fire may still occur.
• Do not look at sunlight or a strong light source through the lens when it is detached. This may result in unrecoverable damage to the eyes or cause a malfunction.
• This camera (including accessories) has magnet(s) which may interfere with pacemakers, programmable shunt valves for hydrocephalus treatment, or other medical devices. Do not place this camera close to persons who use such medical devices. Consult your doctor before using this camera if you use any such medical device.
• Increase the volume gradually. Sudden loud noises can damage your ears. Be especially careful when listening to headphones.
• Do not leave the camera, the supplied accessories, or memory cards within the reach of infants. They may be accidentally swallowed. If this occurs, consult a doctor immediately.
• When shooting with the viewfinder, you may experience symptoms such as eyestrain, fatigue, motion sickness, or nausea. We recommend that you take a break at regular intervals when you are shooting with the viewfinder.
• If the monitor or electronic viewfinder is damaged, stop using the camera immediately. The damaged parts may harm your hands, face, etc.
• When shooting still images continuously, the monitor or viewfinder may flash between the shooting screen and a black screen. If you keep watching the screen in this situation, you may experience uncomfortable symptoms such as feeling of unwellness. If you experience uncomfortable symptoms, stop using the camera, and consult your doctor as necessary.
• When recording or streaming for long periods of time or recording 4K movies, if the same part of your skin touches the camera for a long period of time while using the camera, even if the camera does not feel hot to you, it may cause symptoms of a low temperature burn such as redness or blistering. Pay special attention in the following situations and use a tripod, etc.
  • When using the camera in a high temperature environment
  • When someone with poor circulation or impaired skin sensation uses the camera
  • When using the camera with [Auto Power OFF Temp.] set to [High]

Notes on using memory cards

If (overheating warning icon) is displayed on the monitor, do not remove the memory card from the camera right away. Instead, wait for a while after turning off the camera, and then remove the memory card. If you touch the memory card while it is hot, you may drop it and the memory card may be damaged. Be careful when removing the memory card.

Sony lenses/accessories

Using this unit with products from other manufacturers may affect its performance, leading to accidents or malfunction.
The power cord (mains lead), if supplied, is designed specifically for use with this equipment only, and should not be used with other electrical equipment.

Note on the 5 GHz band for wireless LAN

When using the wireless LAN function outdoors, set the band to 2.4 GHz by following the procedure below. (WW459276 only)

• MENU → (Network) → [Wi-Fi] → [Wi-Fi Frequency Band]

How to turn off wireless network functions (Wi-Fi, etc.) temporarily

When you board an airplane, etc., you can turn off all wireless network functions temporarily using [Airplane Mode].

For safety, do not connect the connector for peripheral device wiring that might have excessive voltage to LAN terminal. Follow the instructions for LAN terminal.

Power Cord

Multiple power cords may be supplied with this equipment. Use the appropriate one that matches your country/region.

For the customers in the UK, Ireland, Malta and Cyprus Use the power cord (A).
For safety reasons, the power cord (B) is not intended for above countries/regions and shall therefore not be used there.

For the customers in other EU countries/regions and Israel Use the power cord (B).
For safety reasons, the power cord (A) is not intended for above countries/regions and shall therefore not be used there.

LAN cable

Use a Category 5e or higher Shielded Twisted Pair (STP) cable with high shielding performance.

Additional information on this product and answers to frequently asked questions can be found at our Customer Support Website
https://rd1.sony.net/

Documents / Resources

References

• Sony Corporation - Home
• https://www.sony.net/ca/
• Help Guide | Top

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